Medical Liability of the Psychiatrist

  • Franklin Escobar-Córdoba a. Associate professor of pshychiatry, School of Medicine, Universidad Nacional de Colombia. b. Master in Forensic Physchiatry and Medical Doctor, Universidad Nacional de La Plata. c. Former medical examiner of the National Institute of Legal and Forensic Sciences. Bogotá, Colombia
Keywords: Medical ethics, Malpractice, Mentally ill patients, Health risk, Legal liability

Abstract

This article discusses some relevant issues on the legal implications of medical liability, focusing on the professional practice of medicine and based on the analysis of key aspects under the Colombian legislation. Some conflicting topics are considered with particular reference to related legal aspects. The responsibility of the psychiatrist and the various situations he/she is exposed to are discussed, in addition to some protective measures for an adequate doctor - patient relationship.

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Escobar-Córdoba F. Medical Liability of the Psychiatrist. Colomb. J. Anesthesiol. [Internet]. 2012 Jan. 1 [cited 2024 Apr. 19];40(1):17-20. Available from: https://www.revcolanest.com.co/index.php/rca/article/view/857

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Escobar-Córdoba F. Medical Liability of the Psychiatrist. Colomb. J. Anesthesiol. [Internet]. 2012 Jan. 1 [cited 2024 Apr. 19];40(1):17-20. Available from: https://www.revcolanest.com.co/index.php/rca/article/view/857
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